Dedicated employees at Smith Elementary arrive early to prepare for students

by Judy Brune

Hours before students get to school, many Stockbridge Community Schools staff members are working hard getting ready for their arrival. Food is prepared, buildings are cleaned, and transportation is being coordinated. Here, the Stockbridge Community News captured a few of the “early morning,” dedicated employees in action at Smith Elementary. (Photos by Judy Brune.)

Transportation Supervisor Kim Carpenter works hard
to ensure the safe arrival of each student.

Early Childhood paraprofessionals Lori Cook (left) and Lisa Towler arrive at
6:15 each morning to welcome students to the before-school program.

Food Service employee Sue Gasieski puts her heart into her
relationships with students (and into her breakfast preparation!)

Getting the day started with Smith Elementary secretary Misty Welch (left)
and Community Education and Special Education secretary Dena Sommer.